Helmcken Falls Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel in Clearwater with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Exterior
Restaurant
Reception
Park view
Classic Double Room | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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6664 Clearwater Valley Rd, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N1
  • Place, Dawson Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Moul Falls Trail
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Helmcken Falls
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Quadruple Room

  • 500 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Clearwater

Helmcken Falls Lodge is located within a 15-minute drive of Dawson Falls and Moul Falls Trail. This 52-room hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Dawson Falls - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Moul Falls Trail - 17 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Helmcken Falls - 18 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Spahat Creek Falls - 32 min drive - 19.5 miles
  • Wells Gray Information Center - 43 min drive - 26.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kamloops, BC (YKA) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Horse Saloon - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Helmcken Falls Lodge

Hotel in Clearwater with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Guests staying at Helmcken Falls Lodge have access to barbecue grills and a garden. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers, fans, and wardrobes or closets are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf carts
  • Hiking/biking trails

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Helmcken Falls Lodge Hotel
Helmcken Falls Lodge Clearwater
Helmcken Falls Lodge Hotel Clearwater

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Helmcken Falls Lodge?

Helmcken Falls Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near Helmcken Falls Lodge?

This hotel is located in Clearwater, close to Helmcken Falls and Dawson Falls.

Will I be able to park at Helmcken Falls Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Helmcken Falls Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Helmcken Falls Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Helmcken Falls Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Helmcken Falls Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include mountain views.

Does Helmcken Falls Lodge have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Helmcken Falls Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Helmcken Falls Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Helmcken Falls Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Helmcken Falls Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Helmcken Falls Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Helmcken Falls Lodge?

No, at Helmcken Falls Lodge, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Helmcken Falls Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Desirae

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, had everything we needed. Great view, great time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Trudy

Traveled with family
Was adequate, but very basic. Air conditioning was very noisy so couldn't have it on overnight, but the room became very warm indeed. Wouldn't stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shirlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francois

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hafsah

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corrine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hidden gem just off the beaten path. If you stay here you won’t be disappointed. Such cute one and 2 bedroom cabins. I’m so glad we decided to book here despite some bad reviews. The staff are very friendly too and have a little restaurant and snack items in lobby. Breakfast was beyond great. Eggs, homemade hash browns, bacon, sausage. I’m so glad we never made the mistake and stayed in town on the busy highway at any of the brand hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerard

Out away from the crowds

The accommodations were ok, especially considering the remote location, it was old
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janet Suet Mak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Vijay

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Limited dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Marion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice setting just minutes from wells gray provincial park’s front gate
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Balinder

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not something to go crazy about. Sheets were dirty and distinct smell. Commode was loose and noisy. Bath tub was old and it was on its last leg. Check in and check out was easy and polite. Fan didn’t work in room. Obviously the cabin is without AC. It is what it is.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Liked: Staff & service
Wonderful staff and the views and surrounding area gorgeous. The frog and bird sounds were wonderful to hear. It was a 20 minute drive up into the park and is NOT located within Clearwater. The room was quite aged, and had a musty/mildew smell and there were several spider webs and their occupants. Location was stellar, and a not very picky traveler will appreciate the peace and quiet very much.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that there's no cell service. It can be a true escape.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very quiet. Resort a bit run down but clean and pleasant rooms. A bit understaffed due to covid but staff onsite was very knowledgeable and pleasant to deal with. Very accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Clark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closest hotel to fantastic Wells Gray Provincial Park. Lovely log cabin rooms under new friendly ownership. Only issue is food: as they only serve breakfast, and there are no other restaurants around, remember to bring what you want to eat with you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice rooms, beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super helpful staff made the difference

Staff were super helpful. Great base to explore Wells Gray Park. We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Receiving was good and service was too good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The property had these little cabins, they were clean and newly updated however the room had this very musty smell and we could figure out why. The pictures in the website were not what we got . The water was undrinkable as they were going through some sort of renovations. They did provide bottled water for you. Since the water was drinkable we did not shower there. There was no wifi provided or cell service in case of an emergency. We sat outside most of the evening and it was very nice and relaxing being disconnected. Leaving the property early next morning we were able to catch a black bear running down the road. The manager and staff were very friendly . We would stay there again !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rustic log cabins with great amenities and exceptional service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023